CID

Criminal Investigations Division (CID)

Purpose:
The Criminal Investigations Division (CID) is responsible for conducting in-depth investigations into serious and organized criminal activity. CID gathers evidence, develops suspects, executes warrants, and builds cases that support successful prosecutions. Their focus is on long-term investigations rather than routine patrol duties.

Requirements:

• CID Certification required.

• Approval from CID leadership or Command Staff.

• Officers are expected to maintain professionalism and confidentiality during investigations.

Responsibilities:

• Investigate major felonies and repeat offenders.

• Collect, preserve, and analyze evidence.

• Conduct surveillance and intelligence gathering.

• Prepare and execute search and arrest warrants.

• Coordinate with Patrol, SWAT, and other specialized units when necessary.

• Maintain organized case files and investigative reports.

Deployment Guidelines:

• CID may respond to scenes requiring investigative follow-up or when requested by supervisors.

• Active investigations should be handled discreetly to avoid compromising evidence or ongoing operations.

• Patrol officers should relay relevant information and evidence to CID when requested.

Restrictions:

• CID investigations should not interfere with active patrol operations unless authorized.

• Sensitive investigative information should only be shared on a need-to-know basis.

• All investigative actions must comply with department SOPs and applicable laws.